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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Advisor, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) to host the World Crisis and Emergency Management Summit 2025, from April 8–9 in Abu Dhabi.
Under the theme "Together Towards Building Global Resilience", the World Crisis and Emergency Management Summit 2025 will bring crisis management experts to discuss unifying strategic international partnerships in crisis, emergency and disaster management.
The event will aim to enhance global emergency and crisis management readiness, unify international efforts in response to large-scale crisis, emergencies and disasters, and forecast potential risks amidst increasing global threats.
In a press statement, Ali Saeed Al Neyadi, Chairman of NCEMA, said: "We look forward to an exceptional edition of the World Crisis and Emergency Management Summit next year, as it will bring the world together, unify strategic international partnerships in the field of crisis, emergency and disaster management, and solidify the concept of resilience by anticipating risks and showcasing global best practices in addressing current and potential challenges."
Al Neyadi emphasised the significant role the UAE plays in advancing and enhancing emergency and crisis management systems. He highlighted the UAE's exceptional strategic leadership, driven by skilled personnel and innovative Emirati models that foster international collaboration and knowledge exchange.
He also stressed the importance of active community involvement in addressing challenges and the need to adopt innovative approaches and leverage the latest technologies to engage community segments that contribute to risk mitigation and crisis response.
The World Crisis and Emergency Management Summit, which will see broad international participation, is guided by principles focused on bridging global capabilities to enhance international cooperation, harnessing global expertise, and promoting integrated capacities to stimulate knowledge exchange, resource sharing, and best practices.
The event aims to drive development and economic prosperity by emphasising proactive planning, technology-driven responses, and effective resource allocation. The summit will address major global challenges and trends in this field, striving to embed resilience through the application of global best practices in emergency and crisis management.
On the sidelines of the summit, the Education Sector Awareness Exhibition in the UAE will be held, aiming to create a generation well-informed in the culture of crisis, emergency, and disaster preparedness. The exhibition will feature a variety of specialised activities designed to enhance public awareness of effective crisis and emergency management. These include interactive AI-supported activities, advanced technologies, discussion sessions, and interactive workshops.
Additionally, the Crisis Management Technologies Exhibition will be organised to foster cooperation and partnerships across government and private sectors. The exhibition will showcase the latest technologies and innovative solutions in crisis and emergency management, serving as a critical platform for knowledge exchange, raising community awareness about emergency preparedness, and encouraging innovation by highlighting the latest projects and technologies. It will also provide investment opportunities that contribute to sector development and improved response efficiency.
The summit will attract speakers and experts from worldwide to harmonise global concepts and approaches to cross-border crisis and emergency responses through an integrated and collaborative framework. It will also spotlight the UAE’s unique model of crisis and emergency management, showcasing its exceptional national capacities, institutional cohesion, and forward-looking strategies for anticipating future risks and addressing current and emerging global challenges.
